Oral decongestants
Question 90
The most common correlate(s) with chronic bronchitis and emphysema is(are):
Familial and genetic factors
Cigarette smoking
Air pollution
Occupational environment
· Question 91
Which choice below is least effective for alleviating symptoms of the common cold?
Antihistamines
Oral decongestants
Topical decongestants
Antipyretics
· Question 92
When teaching a patient with hypertension about restricting sodium, you would include which of the following instructions?
Diets with markedly reduced intakes of sodium may be associated with other beneficial effects beyond blood pressure control
Sodium restriction can cause serious adverse effects
A goal of 3 g of sodium chloride or 1.2 g of sodium per day is easily achievable
Seventy-five of sodium intake is derived from processed foods
· Question 93
Which of the following heart murmurs warrants the greatest concern?
Systolic murmur
Venous hum murmur
Diastolic murmur
Flow murmur
· Question 94
A patient presents with an inflamed upper eyelid margin. The conjunctiva is red and there is particulate matter along the upper eyelid. The patient complains of a sensation that “there is something in my eye.” What is the diagnosis and how should it be treated?
Hordeolum; treat with a topical antibiotic and warm compress
Conjunctivitis; treat with topical antibiotic and warm compresses
Blepharitis; treat with warm compresses and gentle debridement with a cotton swab
Chalazion; refer to an ophthalmologist for incision and drainage
